Waterside campsites
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Waterside campsites

If you're bringing a boat, keen for some canoeing or just looking for tranquil views and a lovely setting, these lakeside campsites are just the ticket. Campsites near water are often teeming with wildlife and birds to spot and you can head to the shores at sunset to watch the sky light up and skim stones into the pretty canal, river or lake. See if our tempting selection of waterside campsites can really float your boat!

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724 waterside campsites

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Gypsy Castle Camping, Hay-on-Wye, HerefordshirePlaceholder image
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Gypsy Castle Camping

Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire

Family and pet friendly camping for the Hay Festival, set in the Brecon Beacons and near the Offa's Dyke Path.

Elmsdale Camping, Ross-on-Wye, HerefordshirePlaceholder image
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Elmsdale Camping

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

Small, family friendly tent and tourer camping in tranquil setting within Wye Valley. Dog friendly.

Poston Mill Touring Park, Golden Valley, Peterchurch, HerefordshirePlaceholder image
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Poston Mill Touring Park

Golden Valley, Peterchurch, Herefordshire

Award-winning, dog friendly touring park offering fully serviced pitches in Herefordshire. Open all year.

Wyton Lakes Holiday Park, Huntingdon, CambridgeshirePlaceholder image
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Wyton Lakes Holiday Park

Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Quiet adult only camping and touring overlooking the River Ouse with three fishing lakes. 30 minutes to Cambridge!

Hereford Rowing Club, Hereford, HerefordshirePlaceholder image
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Hereford Rowing Club

Hereford, Herefordshire

Hereford Rowing Club is a green field site in the heart of Herefordshire just a short walk from Hereford centre.

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Mill Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Park, Darsham, Saxmundham, SuffolkPlaceholder image
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Mill Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Park

Darsham, Saxmundham, Suffolk

Dog friendly touring site with onsite accessible fishing, just three miles from Minsmere Reserve and coast.

Claylands Park, Cabus, Preston, LancashirePlaceholder image
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Claylands Park

Cabus, Preston, Lancashire

A park with superb fishing in a well stocked lake, set by the River Wyre and overlooking The Trough of Bowland.

River Valley Holiday Park, St Austell, CornwallPlaceholder image
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River Valley Holiday Park

St Austell, Cornwall

Dog friendly touring and camping, five minutes from St Austell and beaches. Family friendly with a heated pool.

The Hide at Manton Bay, Oakham, RutlandPlaceholder image
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The Hide at Manton Bay

Oakham, Rutland

Secluded, adult only camping and glamping site with beautiful views over Rutland Water.

Gunthorpe Camping, Nottingham, NottinghamshirePlaceholder image
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Gunthorpe Camping

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

A peaceful campsite situated by the River Trent and within easy reach of Nottingham.

Lakeside Caravan Park and Coarse Fishery, Bielby, York, North YorkshirePlaceholder image
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Lakeside Caravan Park and Coarse Fishery

Bielby, York, North Yorkshire

Adult only site. Peace and tranquility, excellent fishing. 4 miles from the historic market town of Pocklington.

Silloth House Campsite, Austwick, Lancaster, LancashirePlaceholder image
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Silloth House Campsite

Austwick, Lancaster, Lancashire

A family run, peaceful site in the Yorkshire Dales, ideal for the Pennine Way and Way of the Roses. Dogs welcome.

Carney Pools, Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, StaffordshirePlaceholder image
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Carney Pools

Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, Staffordshire

Family-friendly camping and touring on the edge of Cannock Chase, with glamping bell tents and coarse fishing.

Newbridge Country Park, Dumfries, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Newbridge Country Park

Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway

Enjoy touring at this secluded family-friendly site, nestled deep in the Scottish countryside. Dog friendly.

Higher Chapel Farm, Callington, Saltash, CornwallPlaceholder image
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Higher Chapel Farm

Callington, Saltash, Cornwall

Set in the heart of the Tamar Valley, picturesque farm camping 30 minutes from the coast and beaches.

Elan Oaks Caravan and Camping Site, Rhayader, PowysPlaceholder image
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A fully equipped site at the foot of the beautiful Elan Valley in Mid Wales, with large hardstanding super pitches.

Castle Knights, Usk, MonmouthshirePlaceholder image
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Castle Knights

Usk, Monmouthshire

Friendly tent camping and unique glamping in a castle fort, shepherd's hut, yurt etc. Set on Usk Castle grounds.

South Whittlieburn Farm Certificated Location, Largs, Ayrshire and ArranPlaceholder image
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Peaceful, family friendly working farm for tents and tourers. A hidden gem just 2.5 miles from Largs.

Our Welsh Caravan and Camping, Glynogwr, Blackmill, BridgendPlaceholder image
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Our Welsh Caravan and Camping

Glynogwr, Blackmill, Bridgend

A dog friendly touring and camping park on a working sheep farm in the Valleys. Adjacent to Sustrans route 4.

Croft Farm Water Park, Tewkesbury, GloucestershirePlaceholder image
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Croft Farm Water Park

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Lakeside camping, touring and glamping pods by the Cotswolds with water sports, a beauty salon and a gym on site.

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Campsites in The Broads, the Lake District and Dorset are amongst the most popular.

Top watersports destinations include campsites near Kielder Water, Carsington Water, Rutland Water and Cotswold Water Park.

An excellent selection of campsites are located in easy reach of the UK's 4000+ miles of navigable canals. Browse our selection of campsites near canals here. Find campsites near Grand Union Canal here.

From kids clubs to bush ranger sessions, archery, water-based activities and more - around 1 in 5 campsites and holiday parks offer activities. Choose from our selection here.